Level 2 Beauty Specialist Techniques Course at The Manchester College Wythenshawe Campus

CostFREE
Duration1 year
LevelLevel 2
DeliveryClassroom based
Start7 Sep 2026
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyVTCT awarding body

About this course

Free Level 2 Beauty Specialist Techniques Course in Manchester. Classes run at The Manchester College Wythenshawe Campus, full-time during the day. Over one year, you'll cover the core skills beauty therapists use every day: facial treatments, skin analysis, waxing, manicure and pedicure treatments, make-up application, eyebrow shaping, and eyelash and eyebrow tinting. You'll also learn consultation techniques and client care, alongside health, safety, and hygiene. You'll have an initial assessment to confirm this is the right level for you. VTCT Level 2 Diploma in Beauty Therapy with certificate.

Who this course is for

This qualification is based on the national occupational standards for beauty therapy and includes all the required elements to work effectively as a beauty therapist. Learners must achieve all mandatory units which include:

  • Health safety and hygiene
  • Consultation techniques and client care
  • Manicure treatments
  • Pedicure treatments
  • Waxing services
  • Facial treatments
  • Skin type analysis
  • Eyebrow shaping services
  • Eyelash and eyebrow tinting services
  • Make-up applications
  • Anatomy and physiology for beauty therapists

Throughout this qualification, learners will develop their knowledge and understanding of relevant anatomy and physiology and health and safety. They will also develop the knowledge, understanding and skills to consult with clients whilst providing a range of beauty treatments including facial treatments, skin analysis, manicure, pedicure, waxing, eyelash/eyebrow treatments and make-up applications. In parallel, learners will develop their communication and customer service skills, their awareness of environmental sustainability and their commercial skills, all of which are valued highly by employers. Problem solving, team working, and research skills will also be developed.

You will gain support in choosing the right career choice and building confidence in working within a team and preparing for employment.

English and maths will form part of this programme for 16-18 learners.

What you will learn

  • You'll carry out facial treatments and analyse different skin types
  • You'll perform manicure and pedicure treatments to a professional standard
  • You'll provide waxing services safely and effectively
  • You'll apply make-up for a range of looks and occasions
  • You'll shape eyebrows and apply eyelash and eyebrow tints
  • You'll use consultation techniques to assess clients and plan treatments
  • You'll apply health, safety, and hygiene standards throughout your work

How you will learn

You'll learn through classroom-based sessions and hands-on practical work at The Manchester College Wythenshawe Campus. Assessment covers all mandatory units, including practical demonstrations and client consultations. You'll be assessed on your ability to carry out treatments to the standards set by the national occupational standards for beauty therapy.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. The Manchester College Wythenshawe Campus will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Beauty therapist: carry out a full range of salon treatments
  • Nail technician: specialise in manicure, pedicure, and nail services
  • Waxing specialist: focus on hair removal treatments in a salon or clinic
  • Make-up artist: work in beauty, fashion, or events
  • Salon assistant: support senior therapists while building experience
  • Spa therapist: deliver treatments in a hotel or wellness spa setting

What you could study next

  • VTCT Level 3 Diploma in Beauty Therapy: deepen your skills in advanced treatments and take on more complex client work
  • Level 3 Diploma in Massage Therapy: add massage to your range of services
  • Level 3 Award in Laser and Light Treatments: move into specialist aesthetic treatments, often found in clinics and medispas
  • NVQ Level 3 in Beauty Therapy: an alternative route recognised by many salons for senior therapist roles